Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility - Unit Contributions
The Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) - Unit Contributions is an EU funding program designed to accelerate the deployment of alternative fuel supply infrastructure across the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). This blending call combines EU grants with significant financial support from public or private financial institutions, fostering sustainable and decarbonized transport solutions within Cohesion Member States.
Who is Funded
The Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) - Unit Contributions targets entities established in EU Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund, aiming to support projects that contribute to decarbonising transport by deploying alternative fuel infrastructure along the TEN-T network.
What is Funded
The AFIF Unit Contributions program focuses on supporting the deployment of electric recharging infrastructure for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, including those in public bus depots. It is crucial to note that costs related to vehicles and the upgrading of existing infrastructure are not eligible for funding.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program operates as a blending call, combining EU grants with financial support from various financial institutions. While there isn't a stated maximum funding amount per project, projects must secure at least 10% co-financing from an external financial institution, except for equity contributions. Projects should aim to be completed within 39 months from the cut-off date.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions regarding financial commitments, consortium structures, and project locations. A significant requirement is securing external financial support, and projects must provide detailed information on necessary permits and adhere to strict technical specifications for charging infrastructure.
Application Procedure
The application process requires proposals to be submitted through the Submission System, accompanied by specific forms and supporting documents. Evaluation results for past cut-off dates have been communicated, with future results expected in Q1 2026 for the most recent cut-off. Proposals are assessed based on predefined award criteria, including the catalytic effect of EU financial support.
Legal Basis
The AFIF Unit Contributions program is legally founded on the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Regulation, operating under the broader framework of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) and EU financial regulations. Official documents and guidelines related to the program's legal basis are made accessible to the public and applicants for full transparency.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Allocated Budget:
220,000,000 €
Deadline:
04.03.2026
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund (Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia)
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Transport infrastructure operators, e-Mobility service providers
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)
Additional Partners:
Financial Institutions (Implementing Partners, Public/Private Banks, Leasing Companies, Guarantee Funds, Mutual Guarantee Institutions, Promotional Banks, Investment Funds, Institutional Investors)
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